Color Information
HEX
#E3C28F
RGB
227, 194, 143
LAB
80.1, 4.7, 30.0
Product Code
70.837
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Pale Sand catalog data
More from VallejoPale Sand by Vallejo (product code 70.837) is cataloged as acrylic, Model Color in the orange color family.
Catalog color data: HEX #E3C28F, RGB 227/194/143, and CIELAB 80.1/4.7/30.0. These values describe the listed digital color and can differ from dried paint under real-world lighting.
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Technical Color Analysis
Pale Sand is a light warm orange with light value (L*: 80.1). This warm color has saturated saturation (chroma: 30.4), making it excellent for highlights and focal points and perfect for bold, eye-catching areas.
Light
warm
Saturated
Bright color good for edge highlights, light sources, and focal point emphasis.
Warm color that advances visually. Creates energy and draws the eye. Pairs well with cool colors for contrast.
Rich, vivid color with strong presence. Good for focal points and vibrant subjects.
Recommended Undercoats
White or Light Grey
Light colors cover best and show truest over light primers
Layering & Paint Order Guide
Very light value perfect for edge highlights and brightest points
Suggested Layer Progression
This paint works best as a highlight in your layering sequence.
Use Before (Shadows/Base)
Use After (Highlights)
Layering Tips
- Apply each layer to progressively smaller areas, leaving previous layers visible
- Maintain consistent light direction across all layers
- Thin paints for smoother transitions between layers